Inside Delta Force: The Story of America’s Elite Counterterrorist Unit Audiobook

" Great book. Very descriptive and easy to visualize. Not fond of the narrator. I'd highly recommend "

" A fast read. Lots of interesting memoirs and history about the beginning of an elite, direct-action combat unit (which doesn't exist). Haney's fluid, straight-forward storytelling is perfect for soldiers aspiring to do black ops. He is honest and open, which I bet stirred controversy in such a tight, secretive community. I got a decent impression of what it really takes to be the best, and the qualities of such men are incredibly admirable. The mantra of this book, especially for the part about Delta Selection, is "never give up." "

" I bought this book because the author is mentioned during the credits of the television show, The Unit. I was pleasantly surprised...its an exciting, insider account of how and why this elite group trains and behaves the way it does. If you are interested in counterterrorism tactics, or just the extremes to which the human body and mind can be pushed, its a fun read. "

" Got this book because it inspired the TV show "The Unit." For anyone who looks to this book as another "season" of that show where there is an antagonist who the Unit must search for and destroy, you will be sorely underwhelmed. What this book is about is the creation and building of the real Delta Force within the US Army special forces. It details their selection process and then some of their public successes and failures around the world. Mr. Haney also provides his brutally honest and experienced opinion about some of the things that our country and military did right and wrong while he served. This book gives you the fly-on-the-wall perspective of being in military special operations. A must read for anyone who is thinking of going into any special forces group and a great read for the rest of us to better understand what these patriotic men do daily for us without our knowledge. "

" I gave up on this book about half way through. The author spends most of it writing about details far removed from the subject. In among the over-description is some good history on Delta Force, but not concise enough for me. Not recommended. "

" Vivid, with fast pacing and lots of lovely details. This is a "must read" for anyone curious about what it's like to be on an elite special ops team. "

" This was an incredibly fun and informative read. I particularly enjoyed chapter 5 (the guns training) and the afterthoughts about the current state of world affairs and what might possibly solve/help things. I'm still pondering those words. I have a greater understanding of and immense respect for this group of dedicated heroes. I am very glad I read this book and recommend it to others. "

" Recommended by Mike and Annie. My understanding of the armed forces increased exponentially. You won't put it down. "

" this book really makes you think about where us military forces could be but are kept undercover "

" Not the most well-written memoir I've ever read, but it has the special appeal of turning a key in the gate to a very well-fortified secret garden. An intriguing look at the early days of specialized American counter-terrorism forces. "

" I really liked this book. I found Haney's writing to be straightforward and unintentionally funny. Plus, lets be honest, the stuff these guys do is bad ass. "

" all the stuff they did.. makes one feel like the biggest pansy on earth because we have seen and done so less... "

" An interesting history of a little known counter terrorist unit in the US military. The first half is motivating because it is mostly talk about physical training/selection. The second half is interesting for the talk of the training they have to go through (explosives, sniper, etc.). "

" Good book was not too impressed with the TV series "The Unit", too much drama. "

" Great book. Inspired the CBS show the Unit, and uncovers the origins of Delta Force. I'm kind of a special forces military history buff, so I liked it, and it is well-written. Aside from the obvious embellishment and questionably fictitious elements, it is an entertaining read. "

" Great book, especially since I like the TV show "The Unit" that was based on the book. "

" Really interesting and exciting book about the life of a Delta Force operator. "

" Amazing to read about what goes on secretly, but right in front of us. "

" Pretty cool to read about the grueling try outs. "

" My hero. When ever I'm slacking on something I should do I think of Haney and those like him, put my head down and move! "

" Incredible story of the birth of the US Army's Delta Force. Very suspenseful real-life accounts of missions. "

" This books dicusses Eric Haney's early years with the Team. Great book talking about training and selection process. "

" Amazing book. I wish there had been a little less harsh language, but it was still a fascinating read. My brother-in-law, a Sgt. Major in the Army, also loved it. "

" <br/>I really liked &quot;The Unit&quot;. It was based on this book, so of course I enjoyed it "

" Fairly well written. Very interesting material - I found the first half regarding the training and selection most interesting. The rest was full of vignettes that included lots of opinions that did not seem to be well presented to me. "

" This is a well written look at the reflections of an original Delta Force member. Interesting to see how Delta Force was born, the training involved, and the missions in the early years. "

" Before I read this book, I just thought that Delta Force was the group with the elite soldiers dressed in all black. I knew they were America's elite antiterrorist organization, but that was pretty much it. This book sheads light on some of America's greatest heros. <br/> "

" Inside Delata Force is Eric's real life experiences in the U.S. Army's most elite top secret anti terriorist strike force. It is the book that the tv show The Unit is based on. A really superb book that makes you want to thank soliders for what they do in order to keep us safe and free. <br/> <br/> "

" I really liked this book. I found Haney's writing to be straightforward and unintentionally funny. Plus, lets be honest, the stuff these guys do is bad ass. "

" I'm on my third time through this book in about five years. It's a riveting read, full of amazing stories and insights. "

" Recommended by Mike and Annie. My understanding of the armed forces increased exponentially. You won't put it down. "

" Meh. Not enough time in the day. According to Bill, I made the mistake of reading this word for word. Apparently I should've skimmed it. Too many other, more interesting things to read. "